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One-on-one mental performance coaching
Virtual or in-person coaching for athletes who want practical tools for confidence, focus, pressure, setbacks and the mental side of performance.
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Mental performance coaching · Nashville + virtual
Perform with confidence.
Guiding athletes and performers toward a brighter path through 1-on-1 mental skills training, speaking events and Camp Ultraviolet.
1:1
Athlete coaching
Live
Speaking & seminars
CUV
Confidence-building camp
“Leave each athlete stronger than when I found them.”
Certified expertise
CMPC® + 18 years coaching
How Kelly can help
Choose the support that fits your next step.
Start with the path that best matches what you, your athlete or your organization needs right now.
For teams, coaches & parents
Speaking that connects and sticks
Engaging talks and seminars shaped around your group, using relatable stories, real-life examples and tools people can use immediately.
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For girls ages 7–13
Camp Ultraviolet
An immersive experience combining movement and mental training to help girls grow confidence, self-belief and their own unique glow.
Discover Camp UltravioletThe Kelly Hobbs difference
More than a coach. A trusted partner.
Kelly combines evidence-based mental performance training with the perspective of an athlete, longtime coach and parent — creating support that feels both expert and deeply human.
Personalized support
Every athlete is seen first
Coaching starts with the athlete in front of her — their personality, goals, sport, pressures and strengths.
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Evidence-based expertise
Training you can trust
Kelly is a CMPC® with a master’s degree in Sport & Performance Psychology and decades of coaching experience.
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Real-world perspective
She understands every side of sport
As an athlete, coach and parent of athletes, Kelly understands the people and relationships surrounding performance.
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Practical application
Tools athletes can use right away
Sessions turn insight into clear strategies for practices, competitions, setbacks, conversations and everyday life.
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The mental side deserves training, too
Talent and hard work matter. So does knowing what to do when things feel hard.
Athletes face pressure, comparison, self-doubt, perfectionism and setbacks that can affect both performance and well-being. Mental skills training gives them a way to understand those experiences instead of feeling controlled by them.
Kelly meets athletes where they are, then helps them build tools they can use in practice, competition and everyday life — with an approach that is practical, age-appropriate and genuinely engaging.
Kelly can help with
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Performance anxiety and pressure
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Confidence after mistakes or injury
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Perfectionism and fear of failure
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Negative self-talk and comparison
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Motivation, focus and goal setting
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Identity and joy beyond results
Meet Kelly
Mental skills should feel human, useful and doable.
Hear how Kelly approaches the pressures athletes face and why training the mind can protect both performance and long-term enjoyment of sport.
More about Kelly’s approach
About Kelly Hobbs
Athlete. Coach. Parent. Mental performance expert.
Kelly is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant® with a master’s degree in Sport and Performance Psychology. She coached figure skaters for 18 years and understands sport from every angle: as a former youth athlete, longtime coach and parent of athletic kids.
That combination of education and lived experience shapes an approach that is warm, direct and practical. Kelly helps athletes understand what is happening beneath the performance, then gives them tools to move forward with greater confidence and self-awareness.
Based in Nashville, Kelly works with individual athletes and teams both in person and virtually.
Parents say
Real change, beyond the scoreboard.
Kelly was able to help my daughter manage her stress, set goals during recovery and build her confidence. Now that she has returned to play, I can see an increased level of focus and confidence.
Leslie · Mom to a 14-year-old athlete
Ages 7–13
More than a sports camp
Meet Camp Ultraviolet.
Camp Ultraviolet helps girls grow confidence, believe in themselves and discover their unique glow by teaching mental training alongside physical training.
Through movement, hands-on learning and expert-led sessions, campers explore goal setting, teamwork, leadership, growth mindset, communication, mindfulness and emotional awareness — all in a supportive environment where fun matters, too.
Confidence
Growth mindset
Mindfulness
Leadership
Teamwork
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Free workbook
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Turn one big goal into small, clear and achievable next steps.
A little clarity goes a long way
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Get a practical workbook designed to help athletes set meaningful goals, stay motivated and create a clear plan for moving forward.
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Read articleQuestions, answered
A clearer first step.
Not sure what kind of support makes sense? These are the questions families and organizations often ask before reaching out.
Who does Kelly work with? +
Kelly works with athletes and performers of different ages and levels, as well as teams, coaches and parents. Support is tailored to the person, sport and situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all program.
Is mental performance coaching only for athletes who are struggling? +
No. Mental skills training can help with challenges such as pressure, confidence and setbacks, but it is also useful for athletes who are doing well and want to prepare more intentionally, communicate better and enjoy greater longevity in sport.
Are sessions available online? +
Yes. Kelly is based in Nashville and works virtually with individual athletes and teams from around the world, in addition to select in-person work.
What happens during a free consultation? +
The consultation is a chance to share what the athlete, family, team or organization is navigating. Kelly will explain how she works and help identify whether individual training, a speaking engagement or another resource is the best next step.
What is Camp Ultraviolet? +
Camp Ultraviolet is an immersive experience for girls, generally ages 7–13, combining movement with learning around confidence, goal setting, teamwork, leadership, communication, mindfulness and emotional awareness. No skating experience is required.
Start with a conversation
Help your athlete feel more prepared, confident and fully themselves.
Tell Kelly what your athlete, team or organization is navigating. She will help you identify the most useful next step.
Book a free consultation